Rice University
Assistant Professor in Experimental AMO Physics
Rice University, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overview
Rice University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the area of experimental atomic, molecular, or optical physics (AMO) with a focus on quantum science, including quantum information processing, quantum sensing, quantum networks, quantum transduction, quantum many-body physics, and quantum simulation. The ideal candidate will connect AMO physics with topics in condensed matter and quantum information theory. The department plans to appoint at the assistant professor level. A Ph.D. in physics or a related field is required by June 30, 2026. Responsibilities
Develop an independent and vigorous research program in experimental AMO physics with a quantum science focus. Teach, on average, one undergraduate or graduate course per semester. Contribute to the service missions of the Department and University. Qualifications
Ph.D. in physics or a related field by June 30, 2026. Strong potential for independent research and scholarly impact in AMO physics and connections to quantum information science. Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted electronically. Materials required: (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) statement of research; (4) statement on teaching; (5) PDFs of up to three publications; and (6) the names, affiliations, and email addresses of three professional references. Review will begin November 15, 2025 and continue until the position is filled; to receive full consideration, materials should be received by December 15, 2025. The expected appointment date is July 2026. The application portal is: https://apply.interfolio.com/174345 Equal Opportunity
Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity at all levels and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.
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Rice University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the area of experimental atomic, molecular, or optical physics (AMO) with a focus on quantum science, including quantum information processing, quantum sensing, quantum networks, quantum transduction, quantum many-body physics, and quantum simulation. The ideal candidate will connect AMO physics with topics in condensed matter and quantum information theory. The department plans to appoint at the assistant professor level. A Ph.D. in physics or a related field is required by June 30, 2026. Responsibilities
Develop an independent and vigorous research program in experimental AMO physics with a quantum science focus. Teach, on average, one undergraduate or graduate course per semester. Contribute to the service missions of the Department and University. Qualifications
Ph.D. in physics or a related field by June 30, 2026. Strong potential for independent research and scholarly impact in AMO physics and connections to quantum information science. Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted electronically. Materials required: (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) statement of research; (4) statement on teaching; (5) PDFs of up to three publications; and (6) the names, affiliations, and email addresses of three professional references. Review will begin November 15, 2025 and continue until the position is filled; to receive full consideration, materials should be received by December 15, 2025. The expected appointment date is July 2026. The application portal is: https://apply.interfolio.com/174345 Equal Opportunity
Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity at all levels and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.
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